Writing Center Services
Dr. Meri Wimberly
Director of the Writing Center
Strategic communication �is required for policy jobs.
Strategic communication is required for policy jobs.
MOST COMMON
“Excellent written and verbal communication skills.”
“Practiced in proofreading and editing.”
SPECIFICS
“Must be able to write clearly in concise prose under tight deadlines.”
“Requires strong writing skills and the ability to create complete and concise correspondence.”
“Exceptional analytical, research, writing, and oral communications skills. Must be able to articulate legislative concepts and complex issues tactfully and effectively to a variety of audiences.”
“The ability to communicate analyses and policy positions regarding complex policy issues.”
“Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to translate science into policy recommendations.”
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION:�WHAT IS IT?
The ability to think critically about context, purpose, genre, and audience, and to communicate strategically to address that specific situation. Strategic communication requires a set of specific and complex skills that everyone can develop and improve, and is integral to powerful, ethical, and innovative leadership.